Mean Well HBG-160-36AB Power Supply 160W 36V

Name: Mean Well HBG-160-36AB Power Supply 160W 36V - Adjustable and Dimmable 4.4A
Brand: Mean Well
SKU: HBG-160-36AB
Price: 63.25 USD
Availability: InStock

Overview

HBG-160-36AB is the 36V output model of this series: rated current 4.4A, rated power 158.4W, typical efficiency 92%. Type AB: Io adjustable through built-in potentiometer with 3 in 1 dimming function (IP65).

HBG-160 series is a 160W AC/DC LED driver featuring the circular shape design. It operates from 90~305VAC and offers the dual modes constant voltage and constant current output models with different rated voltage between 24V and 60V. Thanks to the high efficiency up to 93.5%, with the fanless design, the entire series is able to operate for -40℃ ~ +85℃ case temperature under free air convection. The design of metal housing and IP65 ingress protection level allows this series to fit indoor and outdoor applications. HBG-160 is equipped with various function options, such as dimming methodologies, so as to provide the optimal design flexibility for LED lighting system.

Features

Constant Voltage + Constant Current mode output
Circular metal housing with classⅠdesign
Built-in active PFC function
IP65 rating for indoor or outdoor installations
Function options: output adjustable via potentiometer; 3 in 1 dimming
Typical lifetime>50000 hours
5 years warranty

Specifications

HBG-160-36ABSpecifications from the official datasheet (2026-06-15 edition)

OUTPUT

DC VOLTAGE: 36V
CONSTANT CURRENT REGION^Note.2: 21.6 ~ 36V
RATED CURRENT: 4.4A
RATED POWER: 158.4W
RIPPLE & NOISE (max.)^Note.3: 300mVp-p
CURRENT ADJ. RANGE: 2.6 ~ 4.4A
VOLTAGE TOLERANCE^Note.4: ±2.0%
LINE REGULATION: ±0.5%
LOAD REGULATION: ±1.0%
SETUP, RISE TIME^Note.6: 2500ms, 200ms / 115VAC 500ms, 200ms / 230VAC
HOLD UP TIME (Typ.): 12ms /115VAC, 230VAC

INPUT

VOLTAGE RANGE^Note.5: 90 ~ 305VAC 127~417VDC (Please refer to "STATIC CHARACTERISTIC" section)
FREQUENCY RANGE: 47 ~ 63Hz
POWER FACTOR: PF>0.98/115VAC, PF>0.95/230VAC, PF>0.92/277VAC@full load (Please refer to "POWER FACTOR (PF) CHARACTERISTIC" section)
TOTAL HARMONIC DISTORTION: THD< 20%(@load≧60%/115VC,230VAC; @load≧75%/277VAC) (Please refer to "TOTAL HARMONIC DISTORTION(THD)" section)
EFFICIENCY (Typ.)^Note.7: 92%
AC CURRENT (Typ.): 1.7A / 115VAC 0.78A / 230VAC 0.7A / 277VAC
INRUSH CURRENT (Typ.): COLD START 65A(twidth=550μs measured at 50% Ipeak) at 230VAC; Per NEMA 410
MAX. No. of PSUs on 16A CIRCUIT BREAKER: 4 units (circuit breaker of type B) / 7 units (circuit breaker of type C) at 230VAC
LEAKAGE CURRENT: <0.75mA / 277VAC

PROTECTION

OVER CURRENT: 95 ~ 108% Constant current limiting, recovers automatically after fault condition is removed
SHORT CIRCUIT: Hiccup mode, recovers automatically after fault condition is removed
OVER VOLTAGE: 41 ~ 47V
OVER TEMPERATURE: Shut down o/p voltage, recovers automatically after temperature goes down

ENVIRONMENT

WORKING TEMP.: Tcase=-40 ~ +85℃ (Please refer to " OUTPUT LOAD vs TEMPERATURE" section)
MAX. CASE TEMP.: Tcase=+85℃
WORKING HUMIDITY: 20 ~ 95% RH non-condensing
STORAGE TEMP., HUMIDITY: -40 ~ +80℃, 10 ~ 95% RH
TEMP. COEFFICIENT: ±0.03%/℃ (0 ~ 50℃)
VIBRATION: 10 ~ 500Hz, 5G 12min./1cycle, period for 72min. each along X, Y, Z axes

SAFETY & EMC

SAFETY STANDARDS: UL8750(type"HL"),CSA C22.2 No.250.13-12, TUV BS EN/EN61347-1,BS EN/EN61347-2-13; BIS IS15885(for 36A,48A,48B,60A, 60DA only), EAC TP TC 004, GB/T19510.1,GB/T19510.213, IP65 approved
WITHSTAND VOLTAGE: I/P-O/P:3.75KVAC I/P-FG:2KVAC O/P-FG:0.5KVAC
ISOLATION RESISTANCE: I/P-O/P, I/P-FG, O/P-FG:100M Ohms / 500VDC / 25℃/ 70% RH
EMC EMISSION: Compliance to BS EN/EN55015, BS EN/EN61000-3-2 Class C (@load≧60%) ; BS EN/EN61000-3-3, GB/T 17743, GB17625.1, EAC TP TC 020
EMC IMMUNITY: Compliance to BS EN/EN61000-4-2,3,4,5,6,8,11, BS EN/EN61547,light industry level (surge immunity:Line-Earth:4KV, Line-Line:2KV), EAC TP TC 020

OTHERS

MTBF: 2047.8K hrs min. Telcordia SR-332 (Bellcore) ;194.1K hrs min. MIL-HDBK-217F (25℃)
DIMENSION: ψ151.68mm *66.5mm (D * H)
PACKING: 1.53Kg; 8pcs/13.8Kg/1.37CUFT

Certifications & ratings

Type: Type HL

MODEL ENCODING

Blank: Io fixed; IP67
A: Io adjustable through built-in potentiometer; IP65
B: 3 in 1 dimming function (1~10Vdc, 10V PWM signal and resistance); IP67
AB (this model): Io adjustable through built-in potentiometer with 3 in 1 dimming function; IP65
DA: DALI control technology; IP67

Test conditions and notes12

1. All parameters NOT specially mentioned are measured at 230VAC input, rated current and 25℃ of ambient temperature.
2. Please refer to "DRIVING METHODS OF LED MODULE".
3. Ripple & noise are measured at 20MHz of bandwidth by using a 12" twisted pair-wire terminated with a 0.1uf & 47uf parallel capacitor.
4. Tolerance : includes set up tolerance, line regulation and load regulation.
5. De-rating may be needed under low input voltages. Please refer to “STATIC CHARACTERISTIC” sections for details.
6. Length of set up time is measured at cold first start. Turning ON/OFF the driver may lead to increase of the set up time.
8. The driver is considered as a component that will be operated in combination with final equipment. Since EMC performance will be affected by the complete installation, the final equipment manufacturers must re-qualify EMC Directive on the complete installation again. (as available on https://www.meanwell.com//Upload/PDF/EMI_statement_en.pdf)
9. This series meets the typical life expectancy of >50,000 hours of operation when Tcase, particularly tc point (or TMP, per DLC), is about 70℃ or less.
10. Please refer to the warranty statement on MEAN WELL's website at http://www.meanwell.com
11. The ambient temperature derating of 3.5℃/1000m with fanless models and of 5℃/1000m with fan models for operating altitude higher than 2000m(6500ft).
12. For any application note and IP water proof function installation caution, please refer our user manual before using. https://www.meanwell.com/Upload/PDF/LED_EN.pdf
13. For A/AB type need to consider build-in using or filling the Io adjusting hole with the potting compound to comply with Type HL application.

Technical drawings

HBG-160-36AB BLOCK DIAGRAM — BLOCK DIAGRAM

HBG-160-36AB DIMMING OPERATION — DIMMING OPERATION

HBG-160-36AB Illustration (page 5) — Illustration (page 5)

HBG-160-36AB OUTPUT LOAD vs TEMPERATURE(Note.10) — OUTPUT LOAD vs TEMPERATURE(Note.10)

HBG-160-36AB STATIC CHARACTERISTIC — STATIC CHARACTERISTIC

HBG-160-36AB TOTAL HARMONIC DISTORTION — TOTAL HARMONIC DISTORTION

HBG-160-36AB LIFETIME(Kh) — LIFETIME(Kh)

HBG-160-36AB MECHANICAL SPECIFICATION ※ Blank-Type — MECHANICAL SPECIFICATION ※ Blank-Type

HBG-160-36AB MECHANICAL SPECIFICATION ※ A-Type — MECHANICAL SPECIFICATION ※ A-Type

HBG-160-36AB MECHANICAL SPECIFICATION ※ B/DA-Type — MECHANICAL SPECIFICATION ※ B/DA-Type

HBG-160-36AB INSTALLATIONS — INSTALLATIONS

Typical applications

LED bay lighting
LED stage lighting
LED spot lighting
Type "HL" for use in Class I, Division 2 hazardous (Classified) location.

Downloads

Datasheet1

HBG-160-36AB datasheetHBG-160-spec.pdf · 2026-06-15 edition PDF Download

Certificates5

UL Certificate (HBG-160)(EN) PDF Download

TUV Certificate(HBG-160)(EN) PDF Download

CB Certificate(HBG-160)(EN) PDF Download

EMC Certificate(HBG-160)(EN) PDF Download

CCC Certificate(HBG-160)(CN) PDF Download

Test reports1

Test Report(HBG-160-36)(EN) PDF Download

Catalogues2

Mean Well LED Driver Catalog PDF Download

Mean Well Sign Panel Catalog PDF Download

FAQ

Can I use the HBG-160-36AB for a 36V commercial sign lighting load?

It can fit a 36V lighting load when the total load stays within 158.4W and 4.4A. This version is IP65 water-resistant, so it is more appropriate for indoor or sheltered outdoor sign lighting than fully exposed wet locations.

Is the HBG-160-36AB suitable for a 36V low bay or high bay luminaire?

Yes, the HBG series is specified for high/low bay light use, and this model provides 36V output up to 158.4W. The fixture should operate within the stated 21.6-36V constant current range.

Can this driver be used for protected outdoor architectural lighting?

It can be used with a compatible 36V lighting load up to 158.4W in a protected outdoor location. The IP65 enclosure is water-resistant, but it does not provide the same wet-location margin as the IP67 versions in the series.

How much 36V LED strip can the HBG-160-36AB support?

The maximum strip length is calculated as 158.4W divided by the strip's watts per meter. Use 158.4 ÷ strip W/m, and check your strip rated power per meter while confirming the strip is a 36V load within 158.4W and 4.4A.

Is the HBG-160-36AB waterproof enough for exposed outdoor use?

This model is rated IP65 water-resistant, not IP67 waterproof. It can handle dust and water spray, but if the location is fully exposed to wet conditions, the enclosure rating is the key limitation to review.

What is the sibling overview for HBG-160 series output options?

The HBG-160-24 is rated 156W at 6.5A with a 14.4-24V CC range, while the HBG-160-36 family is 158.4W at 4.4A with a 21.6-36V CC range. The HBG-160-48 is 158.4W at 3.3A with a 28.8-48V CC range, and the HBG-160-60 is 156W at 2.6A with a 36-60V CC range.

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Mean Well HBG-160-60B Power Supply 160W 60V - Dimmable 2.6A	156W	60V	2.6A	IP67	$62.31	View
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Mean Well HBG-160-48 Power Supply 160W 48V 3.3A	158.4W	48V	3.3A	IP67	$52.25	View
Mean Well HBG-160-36A Power Supply 160W 36V - Adjustable 4.4A	158.4W	36V	4.4A	IP65	$60.58	View
Mean Well HBG-160-60DA Power Supply 160W 60V - DALI 2.6A	156W	60V	2.6A	IP67	$67.19	View
Mean Well HBG-160-60AB Power Supply 160W 60V - Adjustable and Dimmable 2.6A	156W	60V	2.6A	IP65	$63.25	View
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Mean Well HBG-160-48AB Power Supply 160W 48V - Adjustable and Dimmable 3.3A	158.4W	48V	3.3A	IP65	$63.25	View

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